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Police say Williams led them on a high-speed chase that started around 4:45 a.m. in the Tall Trees neighborhood. They were called there by a resident who woke to the sound of his car alarm and told them he saw a man walking away from his vehicle.

When police arrived, they say they spotted a man running through a backyard.

Officers say they had the road blocked when Williams started to drive toward them, prompting one officer to jump to get out of the way. According to police, Williams managed to escape.

Pittsburgh police spotted the car and Williams and made the arrest on Seneca Street in the Uptown section of the city. Police say Williams was hiding in some bushes.

Upper St. Clair residents say they are relieved police made a quick arrest.

"I still feel it's a safe neighborhood. I think whatever happened must have been a fluke. I think these things happen, but you move on. Otherwise, I feel it's a very safe neighborhood," said Lena Shah.

Williams was being held in the Allegheny County Jail. He has a hearing scheduled next week.